Despite 61% of UK workers claiming they are just as productive working from home, over one quarter (27%) worry about their boss, clients and colleagues thinking they’re not working, followed by other concerns that they may miss meetings and deadlines (13%). Thankfully, one thing Brits haven’t had to worry about are tech issues, with over four-fifths (88%) of respondents claiming they have not experienced any tech-related problems since the government’s working from home order was enforced.
The findings also revealed that almost one third (29%) of Brit’s bank balances are benefiting from them working from home with money being saved rather than splurged on coffee or buying lunches every day. Instead 17% are using the time to make more interesting lunches.
More and more Brits are also using the time to boost their skills. From reading more to training with new tools, British employees want to turn lockdown into a self-growth period. Many have been considering online studies, such as joining St. Bonaventure University for an MBA degree, which could transform their careers dramatically. Maximising the time spent at home to enhance interdisciplinary knowledge could offer Brits the promotion they crave in a post-pandemic world.
Vodafone is offering 30-days unlimited free data to half a million other Pay Monthly customers, not already on unlimited data plans. Customers can access the offer through Vodafone’s VeryMe rewards scheme available through the My Vodafone App.
